Autumn colors have begun in Southern Xinjiang～

🏜️Golden Populus euphratica forest + desert wonder! The stunning secret spot of Luntai, Xinjiang revealed!

🔥Reasons to visit
China's largest Populus euphratica forest! A perfect symbiosis of desert and water!

🚗Transportation tips
📍Address: North side of the People's Government of Lunnan Town, Luntai County, Xinjiang
Recommended self-driving: Depart from Urumqi along G314 Highway → Luntai County → Lunnan Town (about 6 hours)

🎫Ticket information
Ticket: 38.9 RMB (slightly higher in peak season)

🌅Highlights route
1️⃣ Tarim River Bridge Viewing Platform
👉🏻A must-check-in first stop! Overlooking the winding river intertwined with golden Populus euphratica forest
📸Tips: Best shots during early morning mist, 200% photo success rate

2️⃣ Core area of the Populus euphratica on water
👉🏻Take the eco-friendly shuttle bus to go deeper (round trip 40 RMB)
🌟Highlight: Populus euphratica reflected on the water looks like an oil painting, peak golden color in late October

3️⃣ Desert adventure area
👉🏻Camel riding / desert motorbike experience (extra charge)
⚠️Note: Wear a face scarf for sun protection, sand gets hot after 4 PM

🍖Food recommendations
▫️Red willow grilled meat: freshly grilled large skewers at Luntai night market
▫️Kumaiqi: local specialty Populus euphratica charcoal naan
▫️Tarim wild fish: try fresh at farmhouse restaurants near the scenic area entrance

💡Tips to avoid pitfalls
① Gas stations are scarce! Fill up your tank in Lunnan Town before entering the scenic area
② Drones require prior registration (register at the scenic area entrance)
③ Essentials for sunny days: sunglasses + sunscreen + windbreaker (day-night temperature difference over 15℃)

🏕️Accommodation suggestions
▫️Hotels in Luntai County (cost-effective, about 1 hour drive to the scenic area)
▫️Tent campsites inside the scenic area (reservation required, great value for stargazing at night)